ZWO Astronomy Photographer of the Year exhibition

You can book tickets to the exhibition online now, or at the gallery's admissions desk when the exhibition is open (from 18 September).

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ZWO Astronomy Photographer of the Year is located in the Photography Gallery inside the National Maritime Museum. Download a floor plan here.

The Museum is a short walk from the centre of Greenwich, with regular DLR, rail, bus and river boat services available.

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Getting here

The ZWO Astronomy Photographer of the Year exhibition images are displayed on light boxes starting at a height of 72cm, with others directly above. 

Inside the gallery, there are two circular wood benches, with two backed seats on each, and space for around seven people to sit on each bench.

There are large print guides within the gallery.

There is one large screen in the gallery that plays videos with visual, audio, subtitles and a BSL interpreter. The videos play when one of the three sensors are activated by waving. The sensors are 75cm high from the ground.

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The Royal Observatory is the historic centre of UK astronomy.

The Observatory is just a short walk from Astronomy Photographer of the Year at the National Maritime Museum, so why not make the most of your day out in Greenwich and visit both places together? Find out more.

And if you've been inspired by any of the photos in this exhibition, don't miss the chance to expand your knowledge with one of the Royal Observatory's dedicated astronomy courses. There are courses to suit every level, from fascinating introductory courses to advanced astrophysics and astrophotography courses. Find out more

Can't join us in person? Visit our online space and astronomy content hub to find astronomy guides, night sky highlights, astrophotography articles and more.

Every year, photographers from across the globe compete to be part of the final exhibition and take home the prestigious title.

Photographers of all skill levels are invited to submit up to 10 images to the competition.

There are separate photography prizes open to adults, young photographers and astrophotography newcomers.

All entrants have a chance of winning cash prizes, seeing their image displayed in an exhibition at the National Maritime Museum, a year’s subscription to BBC Sky at Night magazine, and a copy of the Astronomy Photographer of the Year publication.

Entries to ZWO Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2027 will open in January 2027.

How to enter

• Visitors on Universal Credit and other named benefits are eligible for £3 tickets - visit this page to learn more and book tickets.
• Half-price tickets are available for National Art Pass holders. Book Art Pass tickets here.